Songs From Movies

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An Extra Video of the Week

With the Academy Awards this weekend, one can't help but think about songs from movies. Oh, there are so many to choose from, but this has to be one of the most memorable, cementing the Toga Party as a college ritual, and spawning copy-cat dances at weddings all across the country, even decades later.

Our Customers Are the Best

Yes, it was a little crazy at the studio this week. Lots of subs, but thanks to everyone for their patience and understanding. And a million thanks to everyone who helped us out. It's so great to know that when we are short-handed, so many people are happy to pitch in. Our customers are the best!

We should (hopefully) be back to a regular schedule this weekend. Click here to see any last-minute substitutions, but Tory and Jen should both be back in the saddle on Saturday and Sunday morning. On Sunday at 4, Sue will be playing songs from movies in honor of the Academy Awards. No word yet on whether the Red Carpet preview will be shown during class... And be sure to sign up for Tory's class on Monday where there will be lots of post-Oscar talk!

And the award for the greatest group of people on the North Shore goes to...all our clients at Spynergy!

Video of the Week

In honor of the Academy Awards on Sunday, here is Bruce Springsteen singing Philadelphia at the Oscars back in 1994. Yes, he won that year for best song.

Video of the Week

Rufus Wainwright's version of Hallelujah. One of the backup singers even has a tear rolling down her cheek.

Video of the Week

Arcade Fire picked up the Album of the Year honors at the Grammy Awards. You know them from their fast, flat song Keep the Car Running, or maybe you've climbed to Intervention. Here is the song they performed as an encore on Sunday's Grammy broadcast. Listen for it at Spynergy.

Playlist from Grammy Spin

Looking for the playlist from today's pre-Grammy spin? It's right here. Rooting for Train (for Soul Sister live), Mumford and Sons (nominated for Best New Artist) and Kings of Leon (who released Radioactive just in time for it to get a Best Rock Song nomination). And can't wait to see Cee Lo's performance!

Grammy Awards Tonight!

If you come to Spynergy regularly, you know it's all about the music. Instructors are always turning to new songs and new artists to keep things interesting. Which means we look forward to the Grammy Awards tonight! Diverse artists such as Ray LaMontagne and Cee Lo Green will be duking it out for song of the year, while current Spynergy favorites Mumford and Sons and Florence and the Machine are up for Best New Artist. Train, Katy Perry, Arcade Fire, John Mayer and Maroon 5 are all up for awards. Even Elton John and Leon Russell are nominated - the list goes on and on. Supposedly Bob Dylan will be performing with Eminem. Now that should be...interesting. Tune in tonight and talk about it tomorrow in Tory's class. Sign up here.

And we know Florence and the Machine will have one hard-core fan rooting for them tonight, up way past his bedtime. Have you seen this one yet? Not to be missed:

Spin and Strength

Check out Sue's column The Workout on Patch.com. This week, she writes about how she became a spin & strength convert. Have you tried it? It's 45 minutes of cycling combined with light weightlifting. Bring your own 1 or 2 pound weights, or borrow some at the studio. You can catch the new spin and strength combo class Mondays at 9:35, Tuesdays at 1:15, Wednesdays at 9:35 and Fridays at 1:15.

You can read Sue's column here. Maybe you'll decide to try something new!

Video of the Week

Arguably one of the greatest voices of the decade. Feel free to sing along in class - unless you are the one wearing the microphone.

Superbowl Sunday!

Well, the beloved Bears aren't playing, but it's still Superbowl weekend! Did you know the average American consumes 1200 calories during the Superbowl? Guess the pretzels, potato chips, pigs in a blanket, cheese dip, taco dip, etc., all add up pretty quickly. So, be sure to jump start your metabolism with a high-intensity indoor cycling session before you park your butt on the couch.

On Sunday, Feb. 6th, class schedule will be:

John Raith: 7:15

Jen: 8:30

Tory: 10:30

Sue: 3:00 (note the early start time!) with a 90 minute option available for those who need a little extra exercise on such a big food day.

Click here to make a reservation. See you at the studio!

Cycle for Survival in the News

If you are participated in our Cycle for Survival fundraiser a few weeks ago, be sure to check out this article in today's Chicago Tribune. It highlights the Cycle for Survival fundraising effort and Spynergy rider Kristen Novelline. A nice write up on a great cause.

The SnowMonster

Yes, apparently a snow storm is on its way. Generally speaking, we hold classes regardless of the weather. If we are unable to snowshoe over to the studio, class cancellations will be posted on the website. Check here for updates.